Reimagining Rural Grants
The Reimagining Rural Grants from Montana Community Foundation fund innovative, community-driven projects inspired by Reimagining Rural gatherings to advance rural revitalization and collaboration in Montana.
Funder: Montana Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Reimagining Rural Next Step Grants) | March 2027 (Reimagining Rural Grants)
Funding Amounts: $2,000–$10,000 per project; typical grants range from $2,000 (seed grants) to $7,500–$10,000 (Next Step Grants).
Summary: Funds community projects in Montana inspired by participation in the Reimagining Rural gatherings, emphasizing collaboration and rural innovation.
Key Information: Only communities that participated in all three Reimagining Rural sessions are eligible.
Description
The Reimagining Rural Grants, offered by the Montana Community Foundation, support Montana communities that have participated in all three sessions of the Reimagining Rural gatherings. These grants are designed to fund innovative community projects and initiatives that emerge from ideas and partnerships developed during the Reimagining Rural events. The program aims to foster rural revitalization by encouraging community engagement, collaborative planning, and implementation of projects that address local needs and opportunities.
